MSK Physiotherapy
Headaches
Headaches related to the neck, muscles and surrounding joints, including cervicogenic, tension-type and postural headaches.
Headaches can have many different causes and may significantly impact your work, sleep and quality of life. While not all headaches are suitable for physiotherapy treatment, many headaches are related to dysfunction in the neck, muscles and surrounding joints. A thorough assessment can help determine whether physiotherapy is appropriate for your symptoms.
Common causes
- Cervicogenic HeadachesThese originate from the joints, muscles or nerves of the neck, often accompanied by neck pain and stiffness.
- Tension-Type HeadachesOften associated with muscle tension, stress or prolonged postures, causing a dull, aching pain around the head.
- Postural HeadachesRelated to prolonged sitting, desk work or poor posture that place increased strain on the neck and upper back.
- Jaw-Related Headaches (TMJ Dysfunction)Associated with dysfunction of the jaw joint and surrounding muscles.
- Whiplash-Associated HeadachesThese develop following a neck injury, commonly after a motor vehicle accident.
- MigraineWhile physiotherapy does not treat migraines directly, treatment may help manage contributing musculoskeletal factors such as neck pain, stiffness and movement dysfunction.
Assessment & treatment
Every headache is different. Your physiotherapist will complete a comprehensive assessment to determine whether your symptoms are related to the musculoskeletal system and whether physiotherapy is an appropriate treatment option.
Assessment may include:
- 1Discussing your headache history, symptoms and triggers
- 2Assessing your posture, neck movement and muscle function
- 3Performing neurological and movement-based clinical tests
- 4Screening for signs that may require referral for further medical assessment
Treatment may include:
- Education about headache triggers and self-management strategies
- Hands-on therapy, including joint mobilisation and soft tissue techniques
- Personalised exercise and postural programs
- Advice on workstation ergonomics and daily activities
- Relaxation and movement strategies to reduce muscle tension
- Rehabilitation to improve neck function and reduce the frequency of musculoskeletal headaches
How Simba Health treats Headaches
Our msk physiotherapy clinicians assess the cause of your symptoms and build a personalised, evidence-based plan to treat Headaches. With no GP referral required and initial appointments from $99, you can start care quickly at a clinic near you.
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Frequently asked questions
No. You can book msk physiotherapy directly at Simba Health with no GP referral, so you can start treatment for Headaches without delay. Initial appointments start from $99. A referral may still help if you're claiming under a care plan.
Headaches is treated under our msk physiotherapy service, with initial consultations from $99 and lower follow-up fees. We keep our pricing transparent so you know what to expect before your appointment.
Our msk physiotherapy clinicians assess the underlying cause of your symptoms, then build a personalised, evidence-based treatment plan for Headaches. Many people start to notice improvement once the right plan is underway.
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